ABOUT COLUMBIA COUNTY

Columbia County is one of Florida’s best-kept secrets, with pockets of quiet and peaceful springs. Columbia County is the home of Florida’s Springlands, with multiple natural springs, lakes, rivers, and nine beautiful state parks. In 2022, the US Census Bureau QuickFacts estimated Columbia County has a population of 72,000 residents. Columbia County is a southeast sports destination and hosts multiple tournaments and camps. Columbia County requires a diverse and dedicated workforce to provide services for Columbia County residents to live and work and for the visitors who experience our piece of the Florida playground. Consider applying for a position with us today.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible work involving the coordinating, ordering, preparation and placement of traffic/informational type signs throughout the County. Works independently, conferring with the Sign Shop Foreman on new assignments or difficult problems.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalency and two (2) years’ experience in public works or related activities. Comparable amounts of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES/MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Florida driver’s license.

SALARY: $17.04 per hour plus benefits

DEADLINE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS: 04/29/2025

Each applicant is required to submit a complete County Application for Employment. Applications are available on-line www.columbiacountyfla.com/Jobs.asp . Successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment medical exam, physical agilities, criminal history background check, driver’s license check and drug screening. Applications can be emailed to: hr@columbiacountyfla.com or by mail, FedEx, or UPS to:

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE

COLUMBIA COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

POST OFFICE BOX 1529

LAKE CITY, FLORIDA 32056-1529

(386) 758-3351

An AA/EEO/ADA/VP Employer

POSITION: SIGN SHOP TECHNICIAN II LOCATION: PUBLIC WORKS

PAY GRADE: 110 EXEMPTION STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

SCHEDULE: TRADITIONAL FULL-TIME, 40 HOURS PER WEEK, MONDAY - FRIDAY, OCCASIONAL OVERTIME

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the tools and types of equipment needed for placement of signs

• Knowledge and understanding of State of Florida Uniform Sign and Traffic Code

• Ability to read and follow written and oral instructions

• Ability to establish effective working relationship with other employees, department heads and the general public

• Ability to direct other employees on placement of signs when necessary

• Skill in the care and use of tools, equipment and materials of the Sign Shop

• Knowledge of the geography of the County

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Determines replacement or repair to signage throughout the County by observation through touring the County

• Responds to work orders regarding special signage

• Prices and orders necessary signs for the safety and operations of County streets and parks

• Assist in preparation of substrate material for sign blanks by sizing blanks, shearing material to size, rounding corners, either by hand or machine

• Set up and punch mounting holes

• Set up and operate squeeze roller and apply sheeting to blanks using vacuum applicator

• Assist in operation of sanding machine when reclaiming material

• Assist in the manufacture of handmade signs by cutting letters and symbols and placing them on sign blanks for installation

• Lay out mileage and destination signs using established criteria for size and letter placement

• Unload scrap signs from trucks and separate usable blanks from scrap material and stack by size and thickness; unload new material and stack by size and thickness

• Build delineators, mesh construction flags and related items

• Assist in the installation and maintenance of signs throughout the County using various types of post hole diggers, augers and drivers

• Must be able to place barricades and other types of safety equipment

• Paints cross walks, turn-arrows and stripping on County roads

• Clean and maintain the shop grounds

• Assist in the maintenance and repair of shop equipment

• Required to work during a local declared state of emergency

NON -ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs related work as required.

[These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.]

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works inside and outside in various types of weather. Darkness, noise, around electricity and hazardous surfaces, slippery and uneven surfaces, heights up to 45 feet and below ground level. Work may be performed without direct supervision. Responds to scenes after normal working hours i.e.; chemical and fuel spills, aircraft accidents, weather emergencies, etc.; which may include lengthy hours of standing as well as exposure to weather conditions.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEMANDS

Will use both hands simultaneously while standing or sitting, requires constant pushing, pulling, twisting, bending and climbing; frequent lifting and carrying up to fifty (50) pounds. Position requires oral and written communications, also involves adequate eyesight and hearing to safely perform the essential functions.

NOTE: The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations.